Pledge עָרַב

Inspiring Words Knight Vision · May 11, 2025 · 2m

We are moving into chapter 43 of Genesis with our word for today used for the first time in the Bible in our chapter. עָרַב stand surety for, be responsible for someone, lend support for, take on pledge, give in pledge, exchange. It is used 17 times in the Old Testament. We see it used in the sense of collateral on a loan. Proverbs 6:1 My son, if you have put up עָרַ֣בְתָּ security for your neighbor, have given your pledge for a stranger. Proverbs 11:15 Whoever puts up עָ֣רַב security for a stranger will surely suffer harm, but he who hates striking hands in pledge is secure. Proverbs 17:18…